Question

Studies of urban coyotes have shown that individuals with access to a diverse array of human-provided food sources, such as trash and pet food, often have higher caloric intake than those in rural environments. However, researchers observed that urban coyotes frequently suffer from poor physical health and lower nutrient density in their diets compared to their rural counterparts, who rely on a limited set of natural prey.
Which choice most logically completes the text?
A) the diversity of food sources in urban areas is the sole determinant of a coyote's overall health.
B) despite higher caloric intake, a more varied diet does not necessarily equate to improved nutritional quality for urban coyotes.
C) urban coyotes would be healthier if they were forced to forage in rural environments.
D) rural coyotes are unable to adapt to the variety of food sources found in urban environments.

Answer 1

B) despite higher caloric intake, a more varied diet does not necessarily equate to improved nutritional quality for urban coyotes.

This follows directly: urban coyotes eat more calories from diverse human foods but have poorer health and lower nutrient density in their diets, so variety ≠ better nutrition.